Project Finance Administrator

Vrieservice; Wirral; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as an interim Project Finance Administrator in a renowned FMCG environment. This full-time role offers the chance to work on large projects, ensuring efficient procurement and payment processes. With a competitive salary and a vibrant working atmosphere in picturesque Port Sunlight, you'll collaborate with project leaders and suppliers, leveraging your Excel and communication skills. Enjoy perks like free refreshments and a staff discount shop while contributing to impactful financial management. This is an exciting opportunity to enhance your career in a supportive and engaging setting.

Benefits

Staff discount shop

Free tea, coffee, and ice cream

Modern workspace

Free onsite parking

Various site clubs

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data collation and VLOOKUP.
• Experience with payment and invoicing systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement and payment processes for projects.
• Ensure timely supplier payments and resolve invoice queries.

Skills

Microsoft Excel

Accounts Management

Payment Issue Resolution

Communication Skills

Coordination Skills

Tools

Coupa PO System

DCIW System

SAP

Job description

We are currently seeking an interim Project Finance Administrator to work with our global FMCG client Unilever, renowned for brands such as Dove, Sure, Persil, and Simple. Join their fast-paced FMCG environment as an integral team member.

The position is based in Port Sunlight Village, Wirral, easily accessible by train and car. This is a full-time temporary role for 12 months, with the possibility of extension. It requires 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday. The compensation is competitive, ranging from £25,600 to £28,200 per annum, pro-rata, depending on experience.

This role is crucial due to the numerous large projects at the site. It involves managing various aspects of procurement and payment processes, ensuring orders are raised and supplier payments are processed efficiently.

Key Accountabilities:

• Ensure suppliers are fully onboarded to the Unilever payment system.
• Collaborate with procurement and project leaders to process orders with all relevant information.
• Raise orders for all Port Sunlight projects using the Coupa PO system.
• Manage invoice queries using the DCIW system and resolve issues to ensure timely supplier payments.
• Generate project financial reports using SAP.
• Assist the Project Manager with detailed capital expenditure forecasts.
• Input PO details into project spend trackers.
• Request manual payments as needed.
• Work with suppliers to resolve account issues.

Key Requirements:

• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including VLOOKUP and data collation from multiple spreadsheets.
• Experience managing accounts and resolving payment issues.
• Understanding of payment and invoicing systems and processes.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Experience working with European suppliers is advantageous.
• Strong coordination and planning skills.

Additional Information:

Port Sunlight working environment includes:

• Staff discount shop
• Free tea, coffee, and ice cream
• Modern, bright workspace in a carefully restored listed building
• Free onsite parking
• 5-minute walk to train station serving Liverpool & Chester
• 20-minute drive to Liverpool city center / 30-minute drive to Chester
• Disabled parking available
• Located in picturesque Port Sunlight village
• Various site clubs (Book Club, Running, Choir, Pool, Genealogy, etc.)
• Multiple catering outlets and vending machines available throughout the site